Office of Postdoctoral Affairs

2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week

National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) 2026 is an annual event sponsored by the National Postdoctoral Association. The week honors the research, innovation, and vital contributions of postdoctoral fellows. This year’s theme is celebrating 150 years of the U.S. postdoc position. 



Outstanding Postdoctoral Fellow Award luncheon

Available Seats 98 Registration Closes: September 12, 2026 - 12:00am
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Rackham Graduate School (Horace H.) (Assembly Hall, 4th floor)
Rackham Graduate School Dean Michael J. Solomon, PhD and Interim VP for Research and Innovation Patricia Hurn, PhD, RN, FAAN

A luncheon honoring the 2026 winners of the Outstanding Postdoctoral Fellowship Award. All postdoctoral fellows are invited. 

This year’s winners of the Distinguished Faculty Mentor Award will also be invited. The award honors those faculty who demonstrate excellence in their mentorship of postdoctoral fellows. Faculty award nominees are also invited to join the luncheon celebration. 

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